Im having terrible achy legs. Ive always had lower backaches so i dont know if that is part of it. I have also gone to the ER before for crampy legs and the results were always low potassium. I have been using heat which helps a little bit i also took advil which isnt working. I just dont know why they feel so achy!
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It is likely Myofascial pain. Very few doctors are trained to diagnose or treat it. Drugs don't fix it. You need to learn how to work on your body and legs with your hands.
Hypokalemia (low potassium) is an unusual problem at your age and concerning. I agree with the need for supplementation of Zinc and Magnesium but would also ask that you have you Family Doctor help you figure out why this is a problem. You may be low in Vitamin D as well or deficient in your protein intake. drannwellness.com is an excellent source of healthy eating information. Causes of this can include; kidney disease, diabetes, diarrhea
alcohol use, laxative use, excessive sweating, Folic acid deficiency, fluid pills (diuretics) use, vomiting, and others. Your Family Physician will evaluate these and help you find the reason for the problem.
alcohol use, laxative use, excessive sweating, Folic acid deficiency, fluid pills (diuretics) use, vomiting, and others. Your Family Physician will evaluate these and help you find the reason for the problem.
Low-grade potassium and/or magnesium deficiency. Low potassium can certainly cause aching/cramping, and is associated with diuretic (water-pill) use, certain other medications, high blood pressure, and most unusually, low serum magnesium levels. If you are overweight, there's another reason for achy legs. In any case, next time this happens, get your magnesium level checked as well. If all is OK, and your kidneys are functioning well, consider a mineral supplement (can be found along with vitamins in a good multivitamin supplement) that contains potassium and magnesium. Bananas are also a good source.
Achy legs is a complicated problem and can be due to several different conditions such as 1. poor circulation (blood not getting to your legs--which will be worse when you are active; or blood not getting out of legs due to enlarged veins and managed by using support hose. The second major cause could be related to electrolyte imbalance such as not enough potassium, low calcium intake, or low magnesium. Finally some medications can contribute to the symptoms. It would be best for you to "play Sherlock Holmes" and try to figure out exactly when your legs are bothering you, whether with or w/o activity; after taking a medication; or if you "over did the running or walking" or were standing too long.
Your achy/cramps legs may be secondary to electrolyte abnormality, dehydration, or medications. You may also have spinal issues which can cause achy legs, such as spinal stenosis. You should be evaluated with additional labs.